No matter if you are looking for sunshine and gorgeous beaches or art, culture and history, Nice is a great choice. This gem in the southern parts of France attracts tourists from all parts of the world and has something to experience for all flavors. Here you can find everything from unique architecture and impressive buildings to shopping and botanical gardens.
If you need help navigating through Nice and the city’s most famous tourist attractions we recommend that you take a look at our interactive map found at the top of the page. Here you can see the location of each attraction, and by clicking on one of them you can also learn a little more about this specific option. Additionally we provide a free PDF map which you can download and print to bring on your visit to Nice.
Where to find the tourist attractions – Nice districts
The different districts of Nice provide a large variety of experiences and things to see, making sure there is something for all likings. When it comes to tourist attractions, there are some districts that are prominent. One of the most popular parts of Nice to visit, where you also find many tourist sites, is the Old Town. This historic part of the city offers impressive architecture together with lots of restaurants and boutiques. Some of the tourist attractions found in Nice Old Town are museum Palais Lascaris and the Sainte Reparate Cathedral.
Another part of Nice that can be well worth a visit is the Carabacel district. This is where you can experience both decorative buildings and lots of shopping at the main shopping street in the city. And of course you don’t want to miss the famous seafront promenade called Promenade des Anglais, which is probably one of the most famous parts of Nice.
How to get around Nice as a tourist
Nice is a fairly compact city making it very possible for you to experience the town by foot. There are even some areas that are exclusive for pedestrians and there is a lot to see on the way no matter which part of the city you want to visit.
If you prefer to go by public transport, choosing the tram in Nice is also a convenient option. The electric trams are both fast and cheap, and gives you easy access to the majority of the top tourist attractions in the central parts of town. To experience the outskirts of Nice there is also a well-planned bus network. Good to know is that you can use the same type of ticket on both the tram and the bus.
